University of Wollongong: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #370 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #17 of 59 | In Oceania |
| #15 of 40 | In Australia |
| #28 of 1,031 | For Mining Engineering |
| Top50% | For 228 other topics |
Quick Review
- Enrollment
- 31,313
- Type
- Non-profit
- Funding
- Public-private
partnership - Highest Degree
- Doctorate
- Website
- uow.edu.au
- Languages
- English
- Acceptance rate
- 66%*
* The University of Wollongong is among the institutions that don't provide data on acceptance rates. This might happen because the university has programs where applicants only need to meet admission requirements to enroll and don't necessarily compete with others.
We estimate the above acceptance rate based on admission statistics of closely ranked nearby universities with similar research profiles that do publish such data.
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Admissions Requirements | Candidates must achieve the required mark in an Australian Yr 12, Senior secondary school certificate or recognized foreign equivalent. Any tertiary studies completed prior to enrolment may lead to advanced standing or credit |
|---|---|
| Academic Calendar | February to December (February - July; July-December). Also optional Summer Session (December-January) |
| Enrollment | 31,313 |
Research profile
University of Wollongong is a world-class research university with 62,553 scientific papers published and 1,395,582 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Engineering, Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Biology, Physics, Environmental Science, Chemistry, Computer Science, Quantum and Particle physics, Medicine, and Political Science.
University of Wollongong majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1991 | 285 | 920 |
| 1992 | 293 | 1034 |
| 1993 | 362 | 1326 |
| 1994 | 404 | 1457 |
| 1995 | 440 | 1595 |
| 1996 | 561 | 1977 |
| 1997 | 614 | 2310 |
| 1998 | 662 | 2703 |
| 1999 | 587 | 3172 |
| 2000 | 632 | 3706 |
| 2001 | 687 | 4477 |
| 2002 | 912 | 5983 |
| 2003 | 994 | 6846 |
| 2004 | 1106 | 8520 |
| 2005 | 1441 | 10751 |
| 2006 | 1667 | 12823 |
| 2007 | 1768 | 15895 |
| 2008 | 1841 | 18233 |
| 2009 | 2012 | 22212 |
| 2010 | 2115 | 26803 |
| 2011 | 2196 | 31561 |
| 2012 | 2457 | 38250 |
| 2013 | 2852 | 46797 |
| 2014 | 2975 | 53932 |
| 2015 | 2975 | 61056 |
| 2016 | 3130 | 67362 |
| 2017 | 3080 | 76084 |
| 2018 | 3150 | 92546 |
| 2019 | 3501 | 112761 |
| 2020 | 3733 | 137795 |
| 2021 | 3670 | 156839 |
| 2022 | 3562 | 167610 |
| 2023 | 3319 | 170269 |
Tuition
The tuition table for University of Wollongong gives an overview of costs but prices are approximate and subject to change and don't include accommodation, textbooks, or living expenses. The costs of programs might differ significantly for local and international students. The only source of truth for current numbers is the university's official website.
| Program | Tuition Cost (AUD) |
|---|---|
| Bachelor of Arts | 29,800 |
| Bachelor of Commerce | 33,100 |
| Bachelor of Engineering | 38,900 |
| Bachelor of Science | 33,100 |
| Master of Business Administration | 52,800 |
| Master of Engineering | 44,600 |
| Master of Science | 44,600 |
The University of Wollongong has financial aid programs and on-campus housing.
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by University of Wollongong.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Biology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Business | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Chemistry | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Engineering | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Environmental Science | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Mathematics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Medicine | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Physics | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Psychology | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Bachelor Degree | Accountancy, Arts and Humanities, Business Administration, Computer Science, Economics, Education, Environmental Studies, Finance, Fine Arts, Health Sciences, Information Sciences, Information Technology, Law, Literature, Management, Marketing, Mass Communication, Mathematics, Modern Languages, Natural Sciences, Nursing, Performing Arts, Psychology, Social Sciences, Social Work |
|---|---|
| Bachelor Honours Degree | Biology, Biotechnology, Cell Biology, Chemistry, Ecology, Engineering, Environmental Management, Environmental Studies, Finance, Geography, Geography (Human), Geology, Health Sciences, Heritage Preservation, Marine Science and Oceanography, Mathematics, Medical Technology, Medicine, Molecular Biology, Nanotechnology, Psychology |
| Graduate Certificate/Diploma | Accountancy, Business Administration, Computer Science, Data Processing, Education, Engineering, Finance, Foreign Languages Education, Gerontology, Health Administration, Health Sciences, Human Resources, Hygiene, Information Technology, Leadership, Management, Marine Science and Oceanography, Maritime Law, Marketing, Nursing, Occupational Health, Public Health, Radiology, Rehabilitation and Therapy, Special Education |
| Master Degree | Accountancy, Biology, Biotechnology, Business Administration, Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Clinical Psychology, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Dietetics, Earth Sciences, Economic and Finance Policy, Education, Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Engineering, Engineering Management, Environmental Engineering, Environmental Studies, Finance, Fishery, Gerontology, Health Administration, Health Sciences, Human Resources, Hygiene, Information Technology, International Business, Law, Leadership, Management, Maritime Law, Materials Engineering, Medical Technology, Mining Engineering, Nutrition, Occupational Health, Physics, Physiology, Primary Education, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Psychology, Public Health, Rehabilitation and Therapy, Secondary Education, Social Work, Special Education, Telecommunications Engineering |
| Doctoral Degree | Medicine |
University of Wollongong alumni
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Julian McMahon
- Occupations
- television actormodelfilm actoractor
- Biography
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Julian Dana William McMahon is an Australian actor and former model. He is the only son of former Prime Minister of Australia, Sir William McMahon. He is best known for his roles as Detective John Grant in Profiler, Cole Turner in Charmed, Christian Troy in Nip/Tuck, Doctor Doom in the Fantastic Four duology, Jonah in Runaways, and Jess LaCroix in CBS crime drama FBI: Most Wanted.
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Clare Bowen
- Occupations
- actorsingerfilm actor
- Biography
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Clare Maree Bowen is an Australian actress, singer and dancer, best known for her role as Scarlett O'Connor in the ABC/CMT musical-drama television series Nashville. Alongside her music releases from Nashville and her solo debut album, Bowen also records with her husband Brandon Young as Bowen*Young.
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Karl Kruszelnicki
- Occupations
- physicianwriterscientist
- Biography
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Karl Sven Woytek Sas Konkovitch Matthew Kruszelnicki, often referred to as "Dr Karl", is an Australian science communicator and populariser, who is known as an author and a science commentator on Australian radio and television.
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Stef Dawson
- Occupations
- actorfilm actortelevision actor
- Biography
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Stef Dawson is an Australian actress. She portrayed Annie Cresta in The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1 and Part 2. She also made a cameo appearance in The Hunger Games: Catching Fire.
University of Wollongong faculties and divisions
| Centre : Asia-Pacific Social Transformation | Asian Studies, Pacific Area Studies, Social Studies |
|---|---|
| Centre : Canadian-Australian Studies | Canadian Studies, Pacific Area Studies |
| Centre : Equity Research in Education | Education, Ethics |
| Centre : Health Services Development | Health Administration, Health Sciences |
| Centre : Landscape Change | Environmental Management, Landscape Architecture |
| Centre : Medical Radiation Physics | Radiology |
| Centre : Smart Foods | Food Science |
| Faculty : Arts | Arts and Humanities, Social Sciences |
| Faculty : Commerce | Business and Commerce, Economics, Finance, Management, Marketing |
| Faculty : Creative Arts | Fine Arts, Music, Theatre |
| Faculty : Educational Sciences | Educational Sciences, Physical Education, Special Education, Teacher Trainers Education |
| Faculty : Engineering | Civil Engineering, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Management, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Telecommunications Engineering |
| Faculty : Health and Behavioural Sciences | Behavioural Sciences, Biomedical Engineering, Dietetics, Health Sciences, Midwifery, Nursing, Psychology, Public Health |
| Faculty : Informatics | Information Management, Information Technology, Mass Communication, Mathematics and Computer Science |
| Faculty : Law | Administrative Law, Civil Law, Commercial Law, Comparative Law, Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, Human Rights, International Law, Labour Law, Law, Maritime Law |
| Faculty : Science | Biological and Life Sciences, Chemistry, Earth Sciences, Marine Science and Oceanography, Natural Sciences, Physics |
| Institute : Biomolecular Science | Molecular Biology |
| Institute : Conservation Biology and Law | Biological and Life Sciences, Ethics, Law |
| Institute : Social Change and Critical Enquiry | Social Sciences, Social Studies |
| Research Division : Advanced Materials Processing | Materials Engineering |
| Research Division : Atmospheric Chemistry | Chemistry, Meteorology |
| Research Division : Brain and Behaviour | Behavioural Sciences, Neurosciences, Psychology |
| Research Division : Bulk Solids and Particulate Technologies | Solid State Physics |
| Research Division : Digital Media Initiative | Electronic Engineering |
| Research Division : Engineering Mechanics | Mechanical Engineering |
| Research Division : Image, Performance and Text | Film, Graphic Arts, Performing Arts, Photography, Writing |
| Research Division : Industrial Automation | Electronics and Automation |
| Research Division : Intelligent Manufacturing Systems | Production Engineering |
| Research Division : Intelligent Polymer | Polymer and Plastics Technology |
| Research Division : Legal Intersection | Ethics, Law |
| Research Division : Mathematical Modelling and Computational Systems | Mathematics and Computer Science |
| Research Division : Metabolic Research | Biological and Life Sciences |
| Research Division : Ocean and Coastal Research | Coastal Studies, Marine Science and Oceanography |
| Research Division : Railway Engineering and Technologies | Railway Engineering |
| Research Division : Smart Internet Technology | Computer Networks |
| Research Division : Steel Processing and Products | Metal Techniques, Metallurgical Engineering |
| Research Division : Superconducting and Electronic Materials | Conducting, Electronic Engineering, Materials Engineering |
| Research Division : Sustainable Earth Research | Earth Sciences |
| Research Division : Telecommunications and Information Technology | Information Technology, Telecommunications Engineering |
| Research Division : Welded Structures | Metal Techniques |
General information
| Alternative names | UOW |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1975 |
| Motto | Excellence Innovation Diversity |
| Colors | blue, gold, red |
Location and contacts
| Address | Administrative Building Northfields Avenue Wollongong, New South Wales, 2522 Australia |
|---|---|
| City population | 262,000 |